Technology Release Manager - Fixed term

Mō te tūranga | About the Role
The Technology Release Manager is a member of the Release Management Team, receiving day-to-day direction and workflow from the Senior Technology Release Management, and responsible for facilitating the completion of Release Management activities across Westpac NZ technology delivery.

• Execution of, and continual refinement of, the frameworks for Release Management and Transition to Support/Operational Readiness across the technology delivery lifecycle.

• Pragmatic and adaptive approach to ensuring Release governance is in place and successfully managing risk associated with technology delivery.

• Clear and continuous engagement with stakeholders across all levels of the organisation for awareness of the frameworks and the Release Calendar.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

• Technology Knowledge: 5-10+ years of experience in technical release train management and/or change management with experience in any form of a Digital, Software, or Infrastructure Engineering role.

• A strong understanding of technical systems, specifically platforms experience.

• Experience managing multiple CI/CD DevOps pipelines is preferred.

• Ability to facilitate and foster the preparation of release and sprint vision, goals and work pipelines and facilitate meetings.

• Able to build and communicate release calendars and iterative planning cycles and synchronize with other release train managers across domains.

• Experience with IT service management tools such as ServiceNow preferred.

Excellent communication skills in communicating technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to write clear and concise documentation and reports.

• Excellent project management skills in planning, organizing, and managing resources. Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously and meeting tight deadlines.

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make informed decisions to improve release management processes.

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:
• 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
• Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
• Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility
• Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers
• School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
• 2 Volunteer days per year

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. 

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. 

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

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